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With the threat of active severe weather in our area today, here is a reminder in the difference in watches versus warnings.

Latest Information from theTown of Kill Devil Hills

The Town of Kill Devil Hills’ top priority continues to be the health, safety, and well-being of its citizens. Access to Town offices remain restricted. However, Town Departments have made adjustments to continue serving you in a safe, yet, proficient manner. Many services can be conducted by phone, email, fax, or by using our website. Please visit our website, www.kdhnc.com for each Department’s contact information and updates to their daily operations.

Utility Customers:Water disconnections for nonpayment are suspended until 6/1/20. In addition, no new penalties or late fees will be applied during this time. However, customers are still responsible for making payments for water services. If you would like to set up a six-month payment plan, contact our Public Services Department at 252-480-4080. More information can also be found on the Town’s website.

Planning Board Meeting:In order to maintain the safety of Town residents, Staff, and board members, the Kill Devil Hills Planning Board will conduct an electronic meeting on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., using Zoom software.

There are several methods the public can participate in or view the meeting:

1. Join the Planning Board meeting through Zoom on your computer or smart phone. Simply click on the following link or type it into your internet browser:https://zoom.us/j/95969049384?pwd=WUtLcDFzUmFDVUg5bndLQkRBajZmdz09 Meeting ID: 959-6904-9384Webinar Password: 489615If you have not used Zoom before, you are encouraged to download the application from their website at https://zoom.us/ and try it out prior to the meeting. There is no cost associated with the software or attending the meeting.

2. Join the meeting through audio only via telephone.Simply call: 1-253-215-8782 or 1-301-715-8592. When prompted, enter meeting ID #: 959-6904-9384 followed by the Pound sign (#). You may be asked to enter the password: 489615, followed by the Pound sign (#). Depending upon your carrier, long distance charges may apply.

3. Submit your public comments to Kill Devil Hills prior to the meeting.Email: info@kdhnc.comThe comments will be read into the recording during the public comment portion. Please include your name and address with your comment. Comments should be limited to 3 minutes when read aloud.

Kill Devil Hills is making every effort to ensure that the public is able to not only listen to the meeting, but also to participate in the public comment portion of the Planning Board meeting while still maintaining all of the Town’s statutory requirements and keeping the public safe. Thank you for your interest in the Town and your patience and understanding during this unusual time.

COVID-19 Bulletin #41 from Dare County Emergency Management

State Cases of COVID-19In North Carolina, there are currently 4,816 cases of COVID-19 in 92 counties. There have been 86 fatalities in NC associated with COVID-19. Currently, the state is reporting 313 hospitalizations across the state from COVID-19 illness.

Dare County’s Positive Test Results Count Remains the SameDare County has reported 15 positive test results for COVID-19. Of the 15 individuals who have tested positive, nine have recovered/or are asymptomatically cleared (meaning they are seven days post testing with no symptoms), four are asymptomatic (meaning they have not experienced any COVID-19 symptoms), one is recovering at home and one died.

Social Distancing Measures are Effective - Keep It UpThis is the fourth week that local officials have been focused on mitigation measures to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community. While the restrictions and orders that are in place have a huge emotional, economic and physical toll, these measures are effective and your continued efforts are making a difference in our fight against COVID-19. We thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe.

The Hope4NC Helpline is a mental health resource to support North Carolinians during the pandemic. Call 1-855-587-3463 for support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A Hope4Healers Helpline (919-226-2002) is also available for health care workers experiencing stress.

Spread Kindness Not Germs

Ruth Stetson and Rebecka McDonald formed Outer Banks Mask Makers - a Group thatnow has over 40 volunteers who have been making and donating masks to front line workers, hospitals, senior living centers, high risk individuals, and others. The Group has been receiving numerous requests for masks and they are hoping additional volunteers will join them to help answer the community's needs. If you are interested in volunteering or simply want to check out the Group’s awesome work, visit their Facebook page, Outer Banks Mask Makers.

A huge thank you to this incredible team for such outstanding and selfless work!